Fifty Years of Public Service by Shelby M. Cullom

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Author Cullom, Shelby M. (Shelby Moore), 1829-1914
LoC No. 11027483
Title Fifty Years of Public Service
Personal Recollections of Shelby M. Cullom, Senior United States Senator from Illinois
Note Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Fifty Years of Public Service" by Shelby M. Cullom is a personal recollection written in the early 20th century. This memoir details the life and experiences of Cullom, who served as a prominent United States Senator from Illinois. The book encapsulates his journey from humble beginnings through his political career, revealing key figures and events that shaped American history during his lifetime. The opening of "Fifty Years of Public Service" begins with Cullom reflecting on his early life, including his family's migration to Illinois and his education. His father, a farmer opposed to slavery, played a significant role in Cullom's upbringing. Cullom recounts his various experiences, such as his time in law school, his early career as a city attorney, and the connections he formed with notable figures like Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas. The narrative sets the stage for Cullom's transition into politics amidst a turbulent period in American history, paving the way for the exploration of significant political events and personal relationships in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E660: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900)
Subject Cullom, Shelby M. (Shelby Moore), 1829-1914
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1865-1900
Subject Illinois -- Politics and government -- 1865-1950
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EBook-No. 23097
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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